Forgot to write the review for this spot on Indie Bookstore Day. All of the places we visited were…read morea great stop but this was the top visit of our day. It's a great spot that has a good amount of books including highly anticipated releases and classics. They were also running a deal if you spent enough you could choose a book from their slightly used books which my wife got to grab a book from and it had some high quality barely used looking books on it! Was a great deal and the staff were all so friendly too. The big plus as you could guess from their name is besides being just a bookstore they also had a bar with a good craft beer tap list. Was a perfect stop for us to grab a beer before continuing our bookstore crawl! We are big fans of the bookstores who integrate of combine other businesses together. Who wouldn't love to grab their next book to read then without needing to leave can sit down and enjoy a beer while starting to read. A spot we will definitely return back to when we find ourselves in Portsmouth!

Visiting the area with my husband and kids and this was a spot for me to enjoy. The kids were a tad…read morewiggly and excited about the nice little dog roaming the store. I appreciated the kindness while I (quickly) enjoyed a sip of sunshine and snagged a book I've been meaning to read. Definitely a peaceful place, recommend sending your husband down the street for a walk with the kids so a mom can browse in peace

Staff was amazing. Wait for a table of 7 was 10 minutes. And food was outstanding. Their homemade…read moresauces were just finger licking. Everyone at my table loved their food. I'm so glad we ate there. By far my fav on this vacation!

The last time I ate here was 43 years ago. In a world with constant change it's miraculous that The…read moreGreat Lost Bear has remained about the same. Small, quiet tables with partitions between rooms make it a quaint/romantic place to eat. The menu contains lots of comfort food and pub fare. The waitress was friendly and efficient. The burger is thick and juicy enough that you need extra napkins. The French fries are fried, sliced potatoes and are excellent. Parking during peak times I would imagine would be a challenge, especially with huge snow piles in the neighboring parking lot.

Great beer selection on tap and their brews were very good. live music every other Sunday. We…read moredidn't eat much so I can't say how the food is. It would be great to crawl from this place, to smuttynose to my favorite Throwback for their food. I didn't love the atmosphere, but it was a dreary day.

First time trying this spot as it was chosen for a group social. The event was held in the…read morebasement, so I did not get a good chance to see what the main dining room looked like. Pretty nice beer menu with lots of local options, as well as some that are brewed in house. The menu was pub/comfort food, with some interesting large plates as well. Whenever I see a pretzel on the menu, I have to order. While it was good, it was not at all what I typically get in a bar. I was served 3 smallish, pale and crunchy pretzels with a trio of sauces. The sauces were all interesting, but I would have preferred a standard large brown soft pretzel. I did try the fish tacos which were tasty, albeit a bit small for the $7.50 cost per taco. They are served a la carte. The waitress at the bar handled the crowd very efficiently and food came from the kitchen promptly. This spot is a bit off my radar, but I likely will return to explore the menu further.

Always a great place for lunch and cigar. Food is delicious and service is excellent!…read moreDo yourself a favor and head here for lunch!

The only bar / restaurant where you can smoke inside! They sell cigars no cigarettes, the food is…read moreactually great! I got a chicken kabob dish with hummus, tomato, cucumber, onion and olive oil salad including a slice of pita bread! It was fresh and very healthy! The server Asal was very attentive for drinks and all service. If you are into an old school middle eastern smoking lounge vibe this is the spot to come too! Casual, different and an experience to say the least.

A fun visit to Cheese Louise for comfort food and fun. Oh, the environment is fun and casual. I…read moreenjoy the friendly staff and prompt service. Highly recommended. I got the monthly special with artichoke and cheddar... so yummy! I accompanied it with creamy tomato soup because grilled cheese and tomato soup go together, always! Yum!

Don't believe the hype. The food here is average at best, and honestly, you can easily make a far…read moresuperior grilled cheese at home. ​What I received looked nothing like the photos online. The meal was very expensive for what it was--served on very thin bread that wasn't properly browned or crispy. Plus, having to pay extra just for tomatoes felt like a nickel-and-dime move. While the menu choices look tempting, after my experience, I wouldn't waste money trying other high-end items like the lobster grilled cheese. ​The space inside is extremely tight, and the tables are squished so close together you feel crammed in. The restaurant was also kinda dirty, with crumbs scattered across the tables and floor. I actually had to clean off my own table before sitting down. ​The one bright spot was the service--the staff was good, friendly, and welcoming. ​Great staff, but between the lackluster, overpriced food and the dirty, cramped space, I left feeling honestly disappointed. Save your money and make your own at home.

Great upstart brewery with nice selection of beer and great food menu. . Dog friendly with shaded…read moreoutside seating

Good beer and an excellent outdoor seating area like a beer garden! The review guidelines said that…read moreI have to have at least 85 characters, so here they are, lol

Absolutely adored! The new entree menu is filled with fun additions, like the grain bowl and I…read moreloved the eggplant (that chili sauce though)... the pizza is always fire and love to see how they're mixing it up! Our server was also lovely, Theresa. Honestly, the vibes were immaculate. Can't wait to go back for a post-beach meal and beer!

Service was great and the place has a great spot on the corner of the beautiful downtown. We got…read morethe lobster pizza which was delicious a little pricey, but worth it.

This place should just close down for bike week…read more The most miserable staff I've ever seen. They act like a sense of urgency isn't required in the food industry. Also act like they're on the brink of a breakdown when they're busy. Not a full bar, no knowledge of drinks besides beer. Weak beer list. Bland food. And the worst. Attitudes. Ever.

I moved back to the Lakes Region about a month ago and was thrilled to see that the craft beer…read morescene has gown. I stumbled upon the Craft Beer Xchange mainly due to its name. I went in on a Sunday afternoon and the place was not busy at all. I bellied up to the bar and was thrilled to see the local selection of draft beer. The bartender was more than friendly and we talked about all of the different beers they had on the menu. He offered samples of anything I wanted and so I opted for a flight. The beer was great, the atmosphere was amazing and the bartender fantastic. I had the "BReuben" for lunch and it was incredible! A bratwurst wrapped in pizza dough with sauerkraut and 1000 island dressing. SO GOOD! Fast forward to a week later. I brought the grandson there and we shared te Witches Warts (cheese curds) and they were awesome. The staff, as before, was more than friendly! I cannot recommend this place enough. Going back tonight!